Leo Lion started a lemonade stand to raise money for his school’s library.  

He carefully tracked all the money he took in, writing down every sale. 

 When he notices that he has accidentally charged a friend too little, Leo corrects this by reducing his own profit. 

At the end of the week, he proudly presented the exact amount he had raised to his teacher, Mrs. Giraffe. “I made sure every penny was counted correctly,” Leo explained.  

Mrs. Giraffe was impressed by Leo's honesty and praised him. His classmates admired his integrity, inspiring them to be just as responsible with money.

Honesty with Money  

Leo’s careful recordkeeping and choice to correct a mistake show how integrity matters more than personal gain. This story highlights how doing the right thing builds trust and sets a positive example for others.  

Discussion Starters for Parents and Kids  

• Why did Leo decide to fix the undercharge even though it reduced his profit?  
• How does keeping careful track of money help build trust? 
• Can you think of a time you were honest even when it was hard? 
•  How might Leo’s friends feel when they saw his honesty? 

 Take-Home Idea: 

Create a “family honesty jar.” Whenever someone shows honesty—big or small—drop a note in the jar. Review the notes weekly to celebrate truthful actions and reinforce the value of integrity.